John Lawrence

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater has revealed the cast and creative team for the world premiere of Tempestuous Elements, playwright Kia Corthron’s new work exploring the trailblazing career of visionary Black feminist and educational luminary Anna Julia Cooper.

This Spotlight focuses on Jon Lawrence Rivera, co-founder of Playwrights' Arena with Steve Tyler in 1992 during the LA Riots. At the time, and for at least two decades, we were the only theater dedicated to discovering, nurturing, and producing new works for the stage written exclusively by Los Angeles playwrights to be enjoyed by adventurous minds. I first discovered Playwrights' Arena when their 2017 production of Bloodletting was selected to be presented during Center Theatre Group's 2018 Block Party at the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Culver City.

Music for Life International continues its decade-long tradition of global humanitarian concerts with Beethoven for The Rohingya, a benefit concert featuring Beethoven's monumental Ninth Symphony, presented in the Stern Auditorium/Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall on Monday, January 28, 2019. Beethoven for The Rohingya is an urgent call to the global community to raise awareness for the nearly 1 million Rohingya refugees fleeing what the United Nations have defined as genocide in Rakhine State in Myanmar.  Refugees, who are seeking safety in Bangladesh, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and other nearby locations, are grossly lacking access to healthcare when it is needed most; net proceeds from this performance will benefit Doctors Without Borders/Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF), which provides medical aid to those who are among the world's most vulnerable.

John Lawrence Burks' new book, Blood of Empires Trilogy-Volume 1 ($24.99, paperback, 9781498490634, $9.99, eBook, 9781498490641, $41.99, Dust Jacket, 9781498496582 ) bridges the historical gap to place Jesus of Nazareth and other historical characters properly into the context of history. Burks hopes his readers will establish an understanding of the Biblical Jesus of Nazareth, understand Jesus's words and actions, understand the purpose of life and differentiate between revenge and forgiveness. Blood of Empires Trilogy also gives a message of hope and redemption, and provides an answer for out troubled times.

William Hart didn't receive his parents' charisma or bravado, but he did end up with their good looks and intellect. He turns to that amazing intellect to find a lost manuscript related to an alternate version of the book of Revelation he found in his uncle's papers - the same uncle who founded an organization uniting the major religions of the world while creating a massive military peacekeeping force. As this new novel released by Dog Ear Publishing reveals, what happens during Hart's quest could forever change history. The Brotherhood of Man had been founded 30 years earlier by Hart's uncle, Aaron Davis. Hart's mother, Esther, was an officer and co-owner of the company until she was led to leave with his father, a famous documentarian. Esther eventually betrayed her brother, revealing the truth about Aaron and the Brotherhood - and his quest for world power and eventual downfall. Now William, a professor of religious studies who is proficient in Hebrew, Aramaic, Latin and Greek, works to find a lost manuscript he believes contributed to his uncle's rise to power. But he's not the only one looking for it. Paul Rutledge, a Satanist with powers of his own, is relentless in his pursuit of the manuscript for his own purposes. The search will take William, his parents and friends thousands of miles and put them in danger. 'The Hart of John' tells the story of an ambitious man who needs a successor, a faithful young woman afraid for her life and that of her unborn child, and a passionate follower who believes he's Satan's emissary on earth. If the alternate version of the book of Revelations becomes known, it will shake the very foundation of Christianity and the world. This classic tale of good vs. evil creates heart-racing moments and bone-chilling realizations that change the concept of God and the devil himself. Author Lawrence R. Deering began writing after spending more than 35 years as a health-care executive. He is passionate about music and has been building a vinyl record collection for more than 40 years. His Southern Baptist roots are reflected in his books, which often explore the effect of organized religion on lives. Deering and his wife, Lisa, live in Orlando and St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands. He also wrote 'Youth Group' and 'The Brotherhood.' For additional information, please visit www.theHartofJohn.com The Hart of John Lawrence R. Deering Dog Ear Publishing ISBN: 978-1-4575-4469-9 332 pages $15.99 US Available at Ingram, Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble and fine bookstores everywhere. About Dog Ear Publishing, LLC Dog Ear Publishing offers completely customized self-publishing services for independent authors. We provide cost-effective, fast, and highly profitable services to publish and distribute independently published books. Our book publishing and distribution services reach worldwide. Dog Ear authors retain all rights and complete creative control throughout the entire self-publishing process. Dog Ear Publishing reviews services and other book marketing services are available to connect great content with interested readers. Self-publishing services are available globally at www.dogearpublishing.net and from our offices in Indianapolis. Dog Ear Publishing - self-publishing that actually makes sense.

Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble continues with their 15th season dedicated to the woman's voice. True to their social justice mission of 'Performance With A Purpose,' CDE creates change through one voice, one story, one person at a time with BINDIS AND BRUISES and ENCUENTROS. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the performance!

Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble continues with their 15th season dedicated to the woman's voice. True to their social justice mission of 'Performance With A Purpose,' CDE creates change through one voice, one story, one person at a time with BINDIS AND BRUISES and ENCUENTROS. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the performance!

Chicago Danztheatre Ensemble continues with their 15th season dedicated to the woman's voice. True to their social justice mission of "Performance With A Purpose," CDE creates change through one voice, one story, one person at a time with Bindis and Bruises and Encuentros.

"Destiel", the eagerly anticipated debut novel by Jordyn Burlot, will be available for pre-order through major retailers worldwide over the Thanksgiving break, has been announced. Copyhouse Press Ltd of London, the book's publisher, is pleased to confirm that demand is high and the schedule for release has been amended to allow interested parties the opportunity to pre-order their copy. "Destiel" is fast becoming the in-demand must-have paperback of the year and has already created an international stir online. "It's phenomenal," said a visibly pleased Jordyn Burlot at a publicity event in London on Tuesday evening (25th November). "I am being bombarded with messages of support and even requests for interview from the other side of the Atlantic. Everywhere I go, people just want to talk about 'Destiel' - I still can't believe it!" "Jordyn Burlot is one of the most talented first-time writers I've seen in years," said John Lawrence, Head of Editorial and Client Services at Copyhouse Press. "We're already looking forward to her second novel." "Destiel" is a romance which takes its inspiration from popular culture, before moving on to become a narrative that is as passionate about the fundamental rights of the individual as it is about staying true to the traditions and references of the culture the novel draws on. "Followers of the culture will have plenty to smile about, and so will a wider audience. It's a story about love, and about how difficult it can be to love someone in a world that just doesn't get it when that love wears a different face to what the mainstream world is used to." The author has agreed to the inclusion of the following exclusive extract from the book in this press release: "There is still time and I allow myself to enjoy his company for a while - what can it hurt now. So what if I let myself fall a little deeper in love... for just one last night... before I say goodbye. I will reach deep inside my chest when morning comes and pull my own heart out if it means I can feel this way right now." "Destiel" (ISBN 9780993394041/0993394043: Fiction: Illustrated) is published by Copyhouse Press Ltd of London and goes on worldwide release on December 1st 2015 in paperback. Jordyn Burlot is available for interview and can be contacted via the publisher.

Copyhouse Press is pleased to announce the upcoming release of "Destiel," the debut novel by romance author Jordyn Burlot. "Destiel" is scheduled for worldwide release in paperback format on December 1st, 2015. Jamie Jones, Head of Marketing at Copyhouse Press said today that "Burlot is one of those rarest of writers... someone with their finger firmly on the energetic and vibrant pulse of today's popular culture and with the unerring eye for the 'next big thing' that only the master storyteller has. Jordyn's work is already outstanding, so with a debut this strong, we're really looking forward to where it goes from here." John Lawrence, Head of Client Services, agrees - "Jordyn Burlot is a fresh and vibrant voice who has come along at just the right time with just the right tale to invigorate and energise imaginations everywhere." Copyhouse Press of London are a provider of premium publishing, editorial and design services and have a growing international reputation.

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